Four years later." Daddy, do you think mommy will make it to my birthday party?" A three year old bubbly girl asked tugging her father's shirt while the man was busy checking out his phone." Ofcourse Mommy wouldn't Miss your Party for anything in this world." Her father replied brushing her hair lightly.He couldn't tell if he was convincing his daughter or himself. Of Course he knew that she was busy but he still hoped she could make time for their daughter." Okay,I'll go play with Robbie." She announced and slid away to join her friends." Justin,do you think Miranda will be coming? Is it past the time scheduled for the party?" Ava approached throwing the question to Justin who was still holding his phone staring at it intently." She will come." Justin said with certainty. He knew Miranda Loved their daughter alot and wouldn't miss her important day without a concrete reason.After waiting for thirty minutes More, Justin decided to start the party. The children were getting tire
l Ava Smith and Ronald Johnston's story.The drive back home from the imperial hotel was quiet. Nobody uttered a word. Ava was leaning on her seat with crossed arms around her bosom. She didn't have any intention of talking to the Man besides her. She was still pissed off after they interrupted their fun night with the girls.Ronald on the other word Chose to remain quiet in fear of aggravating the already fuming Ava. He didn't want to be scolded because he knew her,her fiery temper will allow her to scold him for hours. He was also thinking about what was said at the club. Yes,he was just but a boyfriend to her who could be changed anytime she got tired of him. It didn't help that he had been hard on her requests.After tonight, he knew he had to fulfil her wishes as soon as possible unless he was ready to lose her, something he dreaded the most. All his life,he had been a one woman man and despite his reputation as a heartless mafia,he never took any woman to his bed. He remained fa
After waiting for almost thirty minutes, Stacy arrived at the Villa carrying her bag. She had rushed here immediately after receiving the call from Ava who was crying. Walking upstairs, she headed straight to the only room whose door was ajar. She figured out that it was the master bedroom and true to her assumptions, she saw her friend sitting on the edge of a bed, holding a towel and gently dabbing it on the sleeping man's face." What Happened Ava?" Stacy asked with concern. It was under rare circumstances that Ava resulted in breaking down. It meant that the situation was serious.I- I don't-k-know-- I -j-j-just woke up and found-hi-him lying on the-floor unconscious." Ava stuttered. She was so worried that her speech was incoherent, coupled with her sniffs and sobs, Stacy hardly heard what she was saying." Calm down and tell me what happened to him. I need to know before administering medicine, "Ava said." Take a deep breath...yes that way.. and then exhale... Yes, just like tha
" Did I scare you?" Ronald asked, his voice was hoarse and cracking. His once pink lips were now White had cracks. Ava wanted to lash at him for startling her but she remembered that he was lying in bed thanks to her,her heart softened." No,I was lost in thought and worried about you." She chose to lie. Ofcourse, Ronald could tell she was lying but he chose not to pursue the matter anymore.Ava stood up and walked to the bedside table. She poured a glass of water for him and handed it to him. Although she pretended to be fine in front of him, Ronald could tell that she still hasn't forgiven him. He couldn't allow her to continue being angry at him so he racked his brains, trying to find out something to improve her mood or atleast get her to not be mad anymore.He did not make any effort to take the glass and just stared at Ava with pitiful eyes. He wasn't that weak to not drink water but he wanted her to feed him instead. Ava Saw that Ronald had no intention of picking the glass. Sh
That night, Ronald did not go home but called Ava at night and they chatted for an hour. He reported that his other business overseas was encountering some problems and he had flown over to attend to matters little did the two know that it was nothing but a trap set for them.The following morning, Ava woke up and after preparing breakfast, she decided to go grocery shopping. Ronald would be arriving in the evening and she wanted to prepare something delicious for him. With that thought in mind, she donned a pair of ragged trousers,a white tee and completed the look with White sneakers. Since the grocery store was less than ten minutes walk, she decided to walk there instead of using the car. It was a good way to kill time and keep fit too. As a former model and actor, She cared about her body weight the most. It came as a habit after being in the entertainment industry for Long.After walking for five minutes, Ava Saw a white van approaching her at a terrifying speed from behind. She
Landing at the helipad of the Johnston group, Ronald went straight to his office and found out that his friends were already there. When Justin saw the dishevelled Ronald, his heart ached for him. Of all people, Justin knew the story between Ava and Ronald the most. He knew how Ronald had to stay away from the woman he loved to protect her. They got separated or rather let's say,he Made himself scarce in his life because he didn't want her to fall victim to his enemy's revenge but at the end of the day,it still happened. He also knew what Ava meant to Ronald. She was what held him together. She was his sanity,her presence alone taming the beast in him. Justin didn't want to think what would happen if something bad happened to Ava. He was sure that Ronald would bring hell on earth. That's the last thing the State needed after his woman, Miranda did everything to restore peace in the State after suppressing the rebellion.Without much to say, nothing was needed to be said, Justin pulled
tr The second team was led by Kiel, they were to lay low and barge when the crossfire started. Ronald led his elite team to attack first. He didn't forget to bring along his bomb experts. In missions like this,it was better to be prepared for any possibility.Ronald and his team advanced stealthily. They were camouflaged and were hard to detect. Under the guidance of Miranda, they managed to execute, kill and proceed effectively. They managed to sneak to the warehouse and easily spotted Ava, tied to a post and gagged." Ava!!!" Ronald shouted running to her rescue but Ava shook her head vehemently trying to warn Ronald not to get near but the man was only concerned about her, ignoring her gestures.The first thing he did was to remove the rag stuffed in her mouth." Leave! Leave immediately!" Ava said, trying to push Ronald away."Don't worry hun,I'll get you out of here." Ronald said a dagger to cut the nylon rope tied around her wrists and ankles." Wow! What an emotional reunion.
Today was the fourth day after that tragic accident at the warehouse. Ava was finally discharged from the hospital and went back to their Villa. Stacy was worried about her mental health so she accompanied her. It was also convenient for her to check on her and dress her wounds that hadn't healed yet.StacyStacy had just finished preparing breakfast and served it to Ava but the woman spared the food no glance. She just sat, staring at nothing. Occasionally, she would just burst to tears that would last for hours." You should eat your breakfast." Stacy informed the woman who had a far away look on her face as if she was on planet Mars.Seeing that Ava had no intention of eating nor talking to her, Stacy lost her temper. Yes, she could understand her pain, afterall losing the person you love hurts like hell but that was no excuse to neglect one's health especially now that sfe was still recovering." You better eat your food and face the reality Ava. We are also hoping that Ronald sur
After the glaring contest ended, Justin helped Ezekiel to the house. They all sat on the couches and silence reigned in the house. No one said anything, nothing could be said either way." Now that we have found Ezekiel,I think we should leave the couple alone. I am sure they have a lot to say to each other." Miranda finally proposed and they all agreed. Minutes later, only Ezekiel and Lucia remained in the house." Why honey. Why didn't you tell me?" Lucia tried to gather her composure and try not to break down in front of Ezekiel. At this point,she understood that he needed her support more than ever." I thought this is the best way to not burden you. I knew that I would lose my eyesight anytime soon. I am also about to leave this world. What's wrong with wanting to spend my last days alone?" Ezekiel replied. He didn't like this topic but he knew he couldn't avoid talking about it either." If it was me in this situation, will you abandon me?" Lucia Inquired calmly." Ofcourse I wouldn'
One week. Two weeks and the news about Ezekiel's whereabouts never reached the girl's ears. They followed the lawyer who was the legal advisor of Ezekiel and the Hawk construction company but never got to trace Ezekiel. The newly appointed CEO also refused to say anything about Ezekiel's whereabouts. The secretary knew nothing about his boss' departure.Lucia tried begging Ezekiel's parents but they refused to talk saying they respected their son's decision. The four girls were seated together with their fiances and husbands. They had tried looking everywhere for Ezekiel all in vain ." He must be somewhere in the country. I already checked every record from the airport. Ezekiel never Left this country,but where could he be hiding?" Miranda wondered out loud."Isn't there a place, Maybe a property he bought secretly?" Ronald asked Justin who had a contemplating look on his face." Now that you mention it,he once talked about a beach house he liked and was planning to buy. Back then he
While they were still contemplating on where to start their investigation,the doorbell rang." I'll get that, " Ava said, walking downstairs. Looking through the peephole,they saw Lucia's parents standing at the door,worry evident in their eyes. She opened the door and offered them a polite smile." Aunty, uncle you are here." She greeted with a bow." Yeah,we came as soon as we got the letter. What's happening here my daughter?" Mrs Mendez asked. To her,the four Ladies passed as her daughters." A letter? From Who?" Ava asked, puzzled." From Ezekiel. He said he wanted to officially break the engagement and set Lucia free. He also talked about taking care of his daughter for him." Mrs Mendez replied." It seems he was really prepared to leave." Ava mumbled but her words were caught by Mr Mendez." What do you mean dear, where is he going and why does he have to cancel the engagement if he would be coming back." Mr Mendez asked, puzzled." Aunty, uncle it seems like Ezekiel is not com
" I Know by the time you get this letter I will be away,far away from you and my daughter but will be thinking about you.I am sorry my love,I know sorry will not fix anything and you must be cursing me for being a scumbag, which I am .I love you Lucia but I will not become a burden in your Life just because I love you. I set you free,live your Life and take care of our daughter. I already sent an engagement cancellation request to your parents and explained myself. I hope you can forgive me.All arrangements for her future have been made,you don't have to worry about her finances, ofcourse I know that's the least of your worries.I left a video,let her watch it when she turns twelve,tell her that Daddy loves her the most and most importantly, don't come looking for me."Ezekiel.By the time she finished reading the letter, streams of tears were flowing down, wetting her clothes. So that's it? Was that the end of it all? Why didn't he wait for her and tell her those words instead of l
, After dropping Lucia off to work, Ezekiel went straight to the office. He had a few things to do before taking his leave away from his family, his love. He ringed his lawyer and instructed him to prepare a ownership transfer of all his properties, including the company.He also called a number and when the call was connected,he briefly said. " Meet me at my private Villa by the beach tonight."Arriving at the office,he called his secretary to give him a few instructions." I have transferred ten percent of the company shares to your name. I am resigning and never coming back. Please be here to guide the person who will take over after me and probably when my heir finally succeeds, support him too. Take care of yourself and your young madam while I am away." Ezekiel instructed his secretary to widen his eyes in astonishment." Boss,are you going anywhere? Why don't you let me accompany you?" He asked. After working with Ezekiel for years,he had gotten used to him. Their relationship
Ezekiel thanked the doctor for keeping his health condition from Lucia but the doctor informed him that he did it for her. Seeing that she was pregnant and knew nothing about his condition,he decided to keep it a secret from her. He then urged him to break the news to her because according to his diagnosis,he barely had two months to live. Ezekiel assured him that he would definitely discuss the matter with Lucia and thanked him yet again before leaving to Join Lucia who was waiting for him in the waiting lobby." That took you a long time to just say thank you." Lucia commented. He had been gone for fifteen minutes which according to her was a long time for just a thank you." He was occupied and I had to wait for him." Ezekiel replied casually trying to keep a straight face. Lucia didn't probe further and dropped the topic. She was so exhausted and jet lagged that she went to bed immediately after they got home.After ensuring that she was asleep, Ezekiel took his phone and went to
Tomorrow marked the second week of their long vacation. Ezekiel was very secretive of their last destination. He told Lucia that it was meant to be a surprise for them and he didn't reveal until they were receiving their boarding pass. Upon checking their last visiting destination, Lucia's eyes widened with both surprise and excitement. Of all places, Ezekiel decided to close their vacation by taking her to Africa and precisely to Kenya,her dream country." Honey,did you do this on purpose?" She asked,tears of happiness streaming down without restraint. Ste was deeply touched by his consideration. Along the way he had taken her to places sfe wished to visit but she never in her wildest dreams think that he would take her to visit Kenya as their last destination. She couldn't help but kiss him In Front of the people." This was supposed to be our vacation, not just mine. I have known for a long time that you have always dreamt of visiting that country so I chose it as our last destinat
The following morning, Ezekiel was the first to wake up. By the time Lucia woke up,she found Ezekiel ready with two packed suitcases." Good morning my Queen." Ezekiel greeted pecking her lips." Morning." Lucia replied, eyeing him then added," going somewhere?" She inquired. Yesterday,he didn't mention going anywhere. What was more surprising was the fact that one of the suitcases belonged to her." Yes,we are going somewhere." Ezekiel replied with a smile on his face. After last night,he figured out that before going to meet his maker,he might as well fulfil some of the wishes piled up. He had always wanted to tour the world with the woman he loved. He still had like three weeks before completely losing his sight,he might as well take advantage of that available time and fulfil that wish." You didn't mention something about that yesterday!" Lucia stated." I decided on it overnight. I want to take you on a vacation as we tour the world together. After this month,I'll be busy with c
Lucia had this unsettling feeling that something was up with Ezekiel but she couldn't say what exactly. How did she know? His frequent out of mind moments. She had caught him staring at her with pity filled eyes. Sometimes,his expressions would spell sorry. She couldn't quite understand why he looked sorry towards her.Pushing those thoughts at the back of her mind,she decided to go prepare something for him to eat once he woke up. He had been the one taking care of her all these days so while he rested, she figured out she should return the favour. Another reason was because she had noticed that his body was declining and his appetite poor. These days,he hardly eats anything and would always say he's full. That was alarming according to LuciaShe cooked his favourite chicken rice and veggies. She didn't forget to prepare pumpkin soup which was known for increasing appetite.Evening came and Kiel had slept for six good hours, something that added more to Lucia's suspicion. Despite how